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The Beginning & the Middle

The Beginning & the Middle

Representation Score

3.4/10

Limited

2021

Director

Alexis G. Zall

Runtime

11 minutes

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The film is a dialogue-driven character study that explores the tension between platonic and romantic relationships. It presents a modern approach to relational dynamics through verbal negotiation. However, the limited scope of the story restricts its ability to address broader social issues. While it avoids some common romantic clichés, it remains a localized exploration of interpersonal interactions.

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Category Breakdown

Does The Beginning & the Middle have LGBTQ+ representation?

Fair

The film does not explicitly depict non-straight relationships, so it doesn't actively challenge traditional assumptions about sexuality.

How does The Beginning & the Middle portray gender?

Fair

The movie focuses on the characters' ability to communicate and negotiate their boundaries, which disrupts typical romantic pursuit scenarios.

How racially and ethnically diverse is The Beginning & the Middle?

Minimal

The available information provides no specific details regarding the racial or ethnic identities of the cast. No demographic data is available to assess this category.

How does The Beginning & the Middle represent religion and culture?

Fair

The story takes place at a contemporary house party and centers around personal relationships rather than institutional or religious guidance.

Does The Beginning & the Middle include disability representation?

Minimal

There is no evidence of characters with visible or invisible disabilities. The context does not provide information regarding disability representation.

Present on Screen

  • Highlights the importance of communication and negotiation in relationships.
  • Challenges traditional romantic dynamics by emphasizing intellectual equality between characters.

Limited or Absent

  • Could benefit from more diverse representation and perspectives that reflect multiple aspects of identity.
  • The small-scale setting limits the opportunity for broader social commentary.

Official Synopsis

Two childhood best friends are reunited at a house party and debate the pros and cons of finally hooking up.

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